Athletic Training Degree Master of Science (M.S.) in Athletic Training

 

Course	Credits
ATE 600 Cadaver Anatomy Dissection	4
ATE 603 Foundations of Athletic Training	2
ATE 610 Clinical Skills in Athletic Training	2
ATE 615 Emergency Care & Lab	3
ATE 630 Therapeutic Interventions II & Lab	4
ATE 635 Examination of the Lower Extremity & Lab	3
ATE 650 Head & Spine Cadaver Anatomy Dissection	2
ATE 655 Examination of the Head & Spine & Lab	2
ATE 660 Principles of Research	2
ATE 661 Research Project I	2
ATE 665 Examination of the Upper Extremity & Lab	3
ATE 670 Practicum I	2
ATE 673 Practicum II	2
ATE 690 Therapeutic Interventions I & Lab	4
ATE 715 Clinical Pathologies	3
ATE 723 Administration in Athletic Training (Online)	2
ATE 740 Advanced Nutrition for Sport & Exercise	2
ATE 744 Pharmacology (Online)	2
ATE 750 Orthopedic Appliances: Casting & Bracing	1
ATE 760 Research Project II (Online)	2
ATE 761 Research Project Capstone OR RES 849 Thesis	3 or 4
ATE 772 Clinical Immersion (Online)	2
ATE 774 Practicum III (Online)	2
ATE 776 Practicum IV	2
ATE 781 Complementary & Alternative Therapies with Lab	2
EDP 600 Statistical Methods	3
Total	63 or 64

 

 

California University of Pennsylvania's Master of Science in Athletic Training degree program is a 63-credit curriculum that takes a hands-on, multifaceted approach to preparing students for certification. Graduate students in this hybrid master's degree program take some courses on Cal U's campus, including clinical skills labs and two cadaver anatomy dissection courses, examination, and therapeutic intervention courses and one semester, students take courses online while engaging in a clinical practicum. Additionally, in the second summer semester students are engaged in an off-campus clinical immersion experience.

Students develop an advance skillset in the areas of:

• casting and splinting
• advanced manual therapy techniques
• alternative therapies

Admission Requirements:

The following are the three routes to admission:

Traditional 2-year, post-baccalaureate degree

A student who has already completed a bachelor’s degree and meets the requirements for graduate application. Students can have earned any undergraduate degree, however a discipline related to the health science field is strongly encouraged as they are more likely to fulfill the prerequisites for the MSAT Program.

Early Entry (3+2, internal applicants)

Internal students will major in Pre-Athletic Training and complete undergraduate prerequisite courswork. During their final undergraduate term, spring semester-year 3, student will apply to the MSAT Program.

Early Admission Assurance

Pre-Athletic Training Students can apply for Admission Assurance during the spring semester of their first or second year. This admission guarantees the student a spot in the MSAT Program pending meeting certain academic requirements. To be considered for the Early Admission Assurance Program, student must be admitted into CalU, pursuing an undergraduate degree and meet the following criteria:

·         Cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or better (on a 4.0 scale)

·         1100 SAT or 22 ACT scores

·         Declare pre-athletic training as their major by March, year 1

Once admitted to the Early Admission Assurance program, students must meet with following academic standards and requirements to keep the guaranteed status into the MSAT program.

·         Maintain cumulative GPA 3.25

·         Earn ‘B-‘ or better in program prerequisite courses

Students who maintain these qualifications will also get first preference in their initial clinical rotation.

In the spring of their 3^rd year, students will need to submit all other program application materials to complete the application process.

• A  cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
• A combined 3.00  GPA or better in all prerequisite coursework and earn a C+ or better in each prerequisite course
  • Biology, Chemistry, Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, Exercise Physiology, Health, Kinesiology/Biomechanics, Nutrition, Psychology, Statistics, and Physics
• Earned a minimum of 60 undergraduate credits
• Official transcripts from an accredited institution
• Submit two letters of recommendation

Program Requirements:

• Submit proof of immunization
• Complete a minimum of 30 clinical observations hours, across three different rotations
• Provide verification of CPR/AED certification
• Signed Technical Standards form
• Hepatitis B Waiver form
• Act 34 Clearance (Pa. Criminal History)
• Act 114 Clearance (Federal Criminal History/ FBI fingerprinting background check)
• Act 151 Clearance (Child Abuse)

Applicants must meet the admissions criteria (or be currently enrolled in the remaining prerequisites).

*Applicants interested in our program only have to complete the ATCAS application.  You DO NOT need to complete a separate application Cal U.  However, your admissions decision and your intent to enroll with be processed by Cal U Graduate Admissions. 

In the Program Documents section you are asked to upload 3 clearances. This is in accordance with the commonwealth of PA and Department of Education because our students will be engaged in clinical/field experiences in the presence of minors.

If you have any questions about the program, feel free to contact the Program Director:

Dr. Kayla Shinew
shinew@calu.edu
724.938.4823

If you have questions regarding your Admission to Cal U, please contact Graduate Admissions 

Graduate Admissions
gradschool@calu.edu 
724.938.4187